Don’t Let the Past Tag Your Future

Explore how we often feel trapped by our past. You’re not concrete, I remind you. You’re building, breaking out, becoming something new. Discover how to rewrite your story!
Lessons from the Salado People

Discover how the Salado people’s legacy of diversity and collaboration offers lessons for today’s America amid rising divisiveness and political turmoil.
Hiking and Unleashing the Wonders of Saguaro National Park

Join a captivating journey through Saguaro National Park, uncovering the fascinating world of saguaro cacti, mining history, and unexpected desert discoveries! Plus a presidio!
Time to Break Free of Negative Influences

Hiking in Chiricahua National Monument prompts reflection on life’s influences. Consider who and what shapes your life, and make conscious choices about your path and your life.
How to Crush Loneliness and Be Happy Alone

Discover 7 principles to overcome loneliness and find joy alone: from rewriting life rules to meditation, learn to rewire your thinking and be happy on your own terms.
Hiking in Fort Bowie National Historic Site at Apache Pass

Step into the rugged history of Apache Pass, where water was more precious than gold, and Fort Bowie once stood proud as both a refuge and a battleground.
The Moral Crossroads: Choosing Your Side of History

Ready to confront uncomfortable truths about history and morality? Are we repeating past mistakes? It’s time to reflect and decide which side of history we want to stand on.
Exploring Chiricahua National Monument: A Journey Through Nature’s Art Gallery

Join me on an unforgettable hike through Echo Canyon in Chiricahua National Monument, where nature’s stunning rock formations tell silent stories of resilience and beauty.
The Human Drive to Create: Reflecting on Change and Creation

Hiking in Cochise Stronghold, I found pictographs, sparking thoughts on human creativity and change. Sitting in the shade of some huge boulders, I ask, “What are you creating?”
Exploring Cochise Stronghold: A Journey Through History and Nature

Explore Cochise Stronghold’s history and stunning landscapes in Southeast Arizona, discover hidden pictographs, and discover if a for-sale historic mercantile is for you!
Mining’s Past and Future: Navigating Change in America’s Economy

Explore the evolution of mining from past to present, revealing truths about the industry and the need for modern solutions for mining communities.
Surviving Tombstone: A Journey Through Time and Adversity

Join my adventure to Tombstone, exploring its history at the O.K. Corral and beyond, despite multiple attempts and the weather’s challenges. A tourist trap worth the journey!
The Queen Mine Tour, Bisbee’s Mining Museum, and Eating with the Locals

Exploring Bisbee: Queen City Mine tour, rich mining history, a funky downtown, and savoring delicious Mexican food at Las Tochas. A perfect blend of adventure and taste!
Coronado National Forest and Memorial plus Fort Huachuca, Bisbee, & More!

Exploring Coronado National Forest, hiking sky islands, visiting military museums, and savoring local flavors in Bisbee. An adventure worth every step!
Journey Through Arizona’s Past & Escape to the Beauty of Coronado Forest

Explore historic Patagonia and Sonoita, AZ ranches, the scenic beauty of Coronado National Forest, and an unexpected challenge from a dirt road on my Ultimate American Quest.
Feel the Echoes of History in Arizona’s Missions & Trails, Plus Gorditas!

In this mini-adventure, I explore Tumacacori National Historic Park, savor delicious Mexican food, and chat about a change to my website and a clarified focus for my adventure.